2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2001 Mazda B4000 and 2001 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
Because 2001 Mazda B4000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda B4000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
